Cameron Peak Fire, 2020 (208,913 acres)
Largest wildfire
Historical data
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Compared to the United States
| Indicator | Colorado | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Acres burned annually (avg, thousands) | 150 | 7000 |
National ranking
Colorado ranks #17 of 30 states by acres burned per year.
| #1 | Kentucky | 0 |
| #2 | Louisiana | 0 |
| #3 | Alaska | 2 |
| #4 | Wisconsin | 3 |
| #5 | Ohio | 4.5 |
| #6 | South Dakota | 6 |
| #7 | New Jersey | 7 |
| #8 | Virginia | 10 |
| #9 | Michigan | 10 |
| #10 | Minnesota | 15 |
| #11 | Wyoming | 20 |
| #12 | Georgia | 22 |
| #13 | North Carolina | 25 |
| #14 | Vermont | 49 |
| #15 | Delaware | 50 |
| #16 | Florida | 60 |
| #17 | Colorado | 150 |
| #18 | New Hampshire | 200 |
| #19 | Rhode Island | 200 |
| #20 | Arizona | 220 |
| #21 | Washington | 330 |
| #22 | Maine | 500 |
| #23 | Utah | 1,000 |
| #24 | Indiana | 1,500 |
| #25 | Massachusetts | 2,000 |
| #26 | Illinois | 9,000 |
| #27 | Missouri | 25,000 |
| #28 | New Mexico | 150,000 |
| #29 | Montana | 160,000 |
| #30 | Oregon | 200,000 |
Overview
Colorado has seen an increase in large wildfires in the 21st century, including the 2020 Cameron Peak and East Troublesome fires, its two largest on record. Key figures for Colorado include Largest wildfire of Cameron Peak Fire, 2020 (208,913 acres), offering a clear snapshot of wildfires in the state. Understanding wildfires helps residents, businesses and policymakers compare Colorado to national and regional benchmarks.
Did you know?
- The 2020 Cameron Peak Fire was the largest wildfire in Colorado history at over 208,000 acres.